Praia
Cape Verde's capital sits on a dramatic plateau above the Atlantic, pairing a walkable café-filled centre with coastal views and easy access to a UNESCO-recognised site in the wider island region.
Description drafted with AI from public sources such as Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap. How this works
- Population137,868
- Nearest water from center 0.1 km0.0 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 1.9 km1.2 mi
Praia: quick answers
Where is Praia?
Praia is in Cape Verde.
How do you get to Praia?
The nearest airport is Praia (RAI), about 8 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Praia?
The warmest month is September, averaging 26°C79°F across day and night; the coolest is February, at 21°C70°F. The wettest month is September, with about 81 mm3.2 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Praia?
OpenStreetMap lists 5 museums, 21 restaurants and 15 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Praia?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Vila do Maio.